Here's the waterfront bungalow you've been dreaming of! Tucked away on 1.61 acres, the home, garage, and dock have been meticulously renovated by the 2020 & 2017 Southern Living Builder of the Year. Light and bright with Kentucky Lake views from every room, this beauty offers the perfect weekend retreat or year-round residence. Located on Jonathan Creek just off the main channel, the multi-slip private dock boasts deep water year round and the 28x32 garage allows space for all your toys. Need a little shade? Extend the retractable awning above the back deck to create a relaxing spot to spend the afternoon. Just down the road from Belew's Dairy Bar in Aurora, this charming cottage has something for everyone!
1950Year Built
1.81 acresLot Size
$373Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Becky Spann• Elite Realty
Bought with Becky Spann• Fallback Office WKY
Source:ImagineMLS #W108436
Redfin Estimate
$531,407
$255K since sold in March 2021
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This home's estimate is 76.7% higher than the average sale price ($301K) of 6 comparable homes.
Here's the waterfront bungalow you've been dreaming of! Tucked away on 1.61 acres, the home, garage, and dock have been meticulously renovated by the 2020 & 2017 Southern Living Builder of the Year. Light and bright with Kentucky Lake views from every room, this beauty offers the perfect weekend retreat or year-round residence. Located on Jonathan Creek just off the main channel, the multi-slip private dock boasts deep water year round and the 28x32 garage allows space for all your toys. Need a little shade? Extend the retractable awning above the back deck to create a relaxing spot to spend the afternoon. Just down the road from Belew's Dairy Bar in Aurora, this charming cottage has something for everyone!
Public Records
Feb 14, 2017
Sold
$255,000
$179/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$4,684 (+12.7%)
$225,000 + $250,000
$475,000
2024
$4,154 (−3.4%)
$225,000 + $190,000
$415,000
2023
$4,299 (−3.9%)
$225,000 + $190,000
$415,000
2022
$4,474 (−1.2%)
$225,000 + $190,000
$415,000
2021
$4,530 (+61.6%)
$225,000 + $190,000
$415,000
2020
$2,803
$140,000 + $114,900
$254,900
2019
$2,804 (−0.4%)
$140,000 + $114,900
$254,900
2018
$2,815 (+17.2%)
$140,000 + $114,900
$254,900
2017
$2,402 (−0.1%)
$125,000 + $92,250
$217,250
2016
$2,405 (+13.6%)
$125,000 + $92,250
$217,250
2014
$2,118 (+5.3%)
$115,000 + $75,700
$190,700
2013
$2,012
$115,000 + $75,700
$190,700
Tax history for 555 Washburn Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$4,684 (+12.7%)
$225,000 + $250,000
$475,000
2024
$4,154 (−3.4%)
$225,000 + $190,000
$415,000
2023
$4,299 (−3.9%)
$225,000 + $190,000
$415,000
2022
$4,474 (−1.2%)
$225,000 + $190,000
$415,000
2021
$4,530 (+61.6%)
$225,000 + $190,000
$415,000
2020
$2,803
$140,000 + $114,900
$254,900
2019
$2,804 (−0.4%)
$140,000 + $114,900
$254,900
2018
$2,815 (+17.2%)
$140,000 + $114,900
$254,900
2017
$2,402 (−0.1%)
$125,000 + $92,250
$217,250
2016
$2,405 (+13.6%)
$125,000 + $92,250
$217,250
2014
$2,118 (+5.3%)
$115,000 + $75,700
$190,700
2013
$2,012
$115,000 + $75,700
$190,700
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Property details
Interior
Heating & Cooling
Air Conditioning Type: Wall/Window Unit
Heating Type: Stove/Space
Fireplace Information
# of Fireplaces: 1
Has Fireplace
Exterior
Property Information
Subdivision Name: JONATHAN CRK SUB
Living Sq. Ft: 1,424
Building Sq. Ft: 1,424
Parking & Garage Information
Parking Type: Detached Garage
Garage/Parking Sq. Ft: 896
Garage / Carport Type: Detached
Lot Information
# of Buildings: 1
Land Sq. Ft: 78,844
Legal Lot Number: 30
Acres: 1.81
County Use Description: RESIDENTIAL
Financial
Assessor Information
Assessment Year: 2025
Public facts
Beds: 2
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,424
Stories: —
Lot Size: 1.81 acres
Style: Other
Year Built: 1950
Year Renovated: —
County: Marshall County
APN: 78-0B-00-036.
Home facts updated by county records on Dec 15, 2025
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Schools
Jonathan Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 3.6mi
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Marshall County High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 11.2mi
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Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
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Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
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7 days above 109° expected this year, 20 days in 30 years
4/10 Wind Factor
9% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
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Estimated sale price
$505,000 – $612,000
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